Imagine this if you will: It's Monday morning and you just get to work. The minute you step in the door you are surrounded by people who just want to talk your ear off about all the negatives in their life and how much today is going to suck. You try to cover your ears as you walk by, but they follow you, continuing to fill your workplace with negativity.

For many people, you don't have to imagine too hard. Here at Aguajito, we’ve made workplace culture a priority at our hospital. We pride ourselves on having a very positive work environment that helps other team members thrive and learn. We are looking for a friendly, reliable, team-oriented person, with excellent customer service skills!

ABOUT AGUAJITO VETERINARY HOSPITAL

Aguajito Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Monterey, CA. Our mission is to provide excellent medical care for dogs and cats in an atmosphere where patients and clients are cared for genuinely and compassionately. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We are seeking an experienced RVT who shares our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist in determining animal requirements by helping conduct animal examinations,  reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging

• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds

• Support patient examinations and DVMs by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients

• Fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging and security of controlled drugs

• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations

• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner

• Ability to demonstrate and follow procedures in catheter placement and phlebotomy

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience

• One - two years of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties 

• Experience in surgery is a plus

• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors

• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends

WHAT WE OFFER

Aguajito offers competitive compensation as well as a benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k).

Aguajito Veterinary Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.